Risk Management Magazine

Safety is paramount in the military, especially when operating in extreme environments. As Soldiers, we train rigorously to ensure that we can handle anything nature throws at us. But sometimes, even the best training can’t prevent unexpected emergencies.

While we do only one quarter of our driving at night, 50 percent of traffic deaths happen during those hours. It doesn't matter whether the road is familiar or not, driving at night is always more dangerous. By taking some extra precautions, we can all contribute to reducing these numbers.

If you took your eyes off the aircraft in front of you, it was very difficult to reacquire it. The ground was covered with snow with little contrast, and the sky was overcast. It was snowing heavily, which produced a dangerous whiteout condition.